Launches new era of leadership, collaboration and national connection across our family of academies
REAch2 Academy Trust is excited to announce the appointment of Andrew Rigby as their new National Director of Education, effective January 1, 2023.
"The selection of Andrew for this key position signals a bold, new era of leadership, driven by a desire for excellence in primary education, visionary innovation and collaborative working across our family of schools" said Cathie Paine, CEO. "With this appointment, we are excited to build on our touchstone values and strategic commitments in fresh and dynamic ways, to propel learning forward and continue our track record as a high-performing Multi-Academy Trust."
Mr. Rigby brings to his new position more than 20 years of progressively responsible leadership roles. This includes 10 years of senior leadership in an inner-city school and a Senior Curriculum Advisor for Excellence in Cities.
"I am thrilled, honoured, and deeply humbled to be joining an exceptional group of leaders, educators and employees within a Trust that is always aiming higher in its aspirations for children and families,” says Mr. Rigby. "I look forward to sharing my passion for how great schools can make a real difference to children’s life chances, while at the same time learning and collaborating with everyone I encounter on this exciting journey."
"I am thrilled, honoured, and deeply humbled to be joining an exceptional group of leaders, educators and employees within a Trust that is always aiming higher in its aspirations for children and families,” says Mr. Rigby. "I look forward to sharing my passion for how great schools can make a real difference to children’s life chances, while at the same time learning and collaborating with everyone I encounter on this exciting journey."
Mr. Rigby is currently the Director of Excellence and Standards at REAch2. Prior to that he was Regional Director for 16 schools across London, Kent, Suffolk and Sussex, a role he took up after 6 years in headship.
